The moment the audience saw Diane Keaton’s dreamy house in the iconic film “Something’s Gotta Give,” a timeless aesthetic was born. The neutral tones, that light-and-airy kitchen and, of course, the enviable beachfront location made this space practically the third star of the film after Keaton and Jack Nicholson. Flash-forward 20-plus years, and the coastal…

For many travelers, Chase Ultimate Rewards points are synonymous with flights and hotel stays. And while those can certainly be some of the most valuable ways to redeem points, they’re far from the only options available. If you’ve built up a stash of Chase points, you may be surprised by how many vacation expenses you…

Google Flights Explore is one of the best-kept secrets when it comes to finding cheap flights. You may have a basic familiarity with Google Flights in general — but once you know how to use Explore to find deals, it’s a whole other game. It can unlock hundreds of dollars in savings for your next…

A few weeks ago, I arrived at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) after a long flight from Singapore. I entered the customs hall and followed the Global Entry signs, expecting to check in at one of its traditional blue kiosks. But before I even reached the kiosks, the officer manning the Global Entry area called…

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) has long been one of the easiest travel rewards cards to recommend. It earns valuable Chase Ultimate Rewards points, offers solid travel protections and carries a reasonable $95 annual fee — a rarity as more travel cards push well beyond the $100 mark. Now, one of…

The great American road trip is a tried-and-true family tradition. Driving the country’s scenic highways and stopping to explore anything that catches your eye — perhaps a stunning viewpoint, a side-of-the-road lobster shack or a historical marker — is a wonderful way to explore the United States with your family this summer. It’s also a…

Travelers frequenting the Miami International Airport (MIA) are set for a big upgrade in the airport lounge landscape: A new Chase Sapphire Lounge is in the pipeline. According to documents published by the Miami-Dade County Government, an all-new passenger lounge space for select Chase cardholders is in the works. Here’s what we know. Plans for…

One great strategy for earning points and miles with minimal effort is to refer friends and family for credit cards. This overlooked feature can yield thousands of dollars in cash back or miles each year, and it doesn’t require additional spending on your part. Here’s how you can use this program to refer friends, family…

To celebrate the 100,000 bonus point welcome offer after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening on the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees), we are showing some of the best and easiest ways you can maximize this limited-time offer. First, we showed you how to book…

Whether your ideal vacation involves climbing mountains, snorkeling reefs, exploring caves or hiking through ancient forests, you can do it in a national park. With the recent weakening of the U.S. dollar, domestic travel is becoming a more affordable alternative to exploring abroad. The U.S. has no shortage of stunning sights, including 400-plus national parks,…